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Cheesy Turkey Meatball Skillet

Cheesy Turkey Meatball Skillet

A comforting and rich turkey meatball skillet with melted cheese, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground turkey Choose a mixture with some fat for juiciness.
  • 1 cup Bread crumbs Helps bind the meatballs.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder Adds flavor.
  • 1 tsp Onion powder Adds flavor.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Tomato sauce Can use marinara or any preferred tomato sauce.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese Shredded, for melting.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Optional, for added flavor.

Method
 

Prepare the Meatballs
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, bread crumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix until just combined without overworking the meat.
  3. Form into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Cook the Meatballs
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little oil.
  2. Cook the meatballs for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through.
Add Sauce and Cheese
  1. Once meatballs are cooked, pour the tomato sauce over them in the skillet.
  2. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top.
  3. Cover the skillet and let simmer on low for about 5-10 minutes until the cheese has melted.
Serve
  1. Serve hot with pasta, bread, or roasted vegetables.

Notes

For added flavor, season the tomato sauce with herbs like basil or oregano. Can substitute the cheese based on preference.